Meeting Waters YMCA Y-Day Camp Counselor

Job Overview
Join Meeting Waters YMCA, Y-Day Camp summer team as a Day Camp Counselor, where your energy and enthusiasm will inspire children to explore, learn, and grow through engaging activities and meaningful interactions. In this dynamic role, you will create a safe, inclusive, and fun environment for children of diverse backgrounds, fostering their development while ensuring their well-being. Your leadership will help shape memorable summer experiences that promote teamwork, creativity, and personal growth. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on young lives while developing your skills in childcare, education, and youth engagement.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and engage children during camp activities, ensuring they are safe, happy, and actively participating.
• Implement age-appropriate programs that include sports, arts and crafts, theater, outdoor games, and educational lessons aligned with camp goals.
• Manage group dynamics with effective classroom management techniques to promote respectful behavior and cooperation among children.
• Provide first aid when necessary and respond promptly to any health or safety concerns following established protocols.
• Support children with special needs or learning differences by adapting activities and collaborating with specialists as needed.
• Foster a positive environment by encouraging teamwork, inclusivity, and good sportsmanship among campers.
• Communicate regularly with parents or guardians regarding camper progress or concerns while maintaining confidentiality.

Experience

• Prior experience working with children in settings such as daycare, babysitting, tutoring, or camp programs is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of childhood development principles
• Skills in classroom management and behavior management strategies to maintain a structured yet fun atmosphere.
• Certification in first aid and CPR is preferred to ensure safety during camp activities.
• Experience in sports coaching, theater arts, or other areas that can enhance the camper experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with children of diverse backgrounds and abilities is essential. Join us as a Day Camp Counselor to ignite children's passions, nurture their growth, and create unforgettable summer memories!

Current Positions:

Group Leader; Group leaders travel with their group from activity to activity to help support campers throughout their camp experience.

This position runs from June 29th -August 21st, with a mandatory week of staff training June 22nd-June 26th. Hours are 8:45am-4:15pm Monday- Friday. Part time or partial summer positions will be considered.

Pay: $545.00 - $650.00 per week

Work Location: In person